Arithmeticeasy · Past Paper
A man loses 20% by selling a mobile for Rs. 4000. What is the loss amount?
ARs. 800
BRs. 1000
CRs. 500
DRs. 1200
✓ Correct Answer: B — Rs. 1000
If SP=4000 and loss=20%, CP=4000/0.8=5000. Loss=5000-4000=1000.
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